What’s the status of USP chapters 797 and 800? A recent TJC blog and Joint Commission Online post provided new insights. This overview details where USP 800 stands today and how it may evolve in the future.
Read moreDiscrepancies Between Preoperative & Postoperative Diagnosis
A recent Perspectives column discusses PI.01.01.01, EP 4. It requires hospitals to collect data on significant discrepancies between preoperative and postoperative diagnosis.
Read moreFamily Visits During COVID-19
The pandemic cut off family visits during COVID-19. In fact, many were unable to visit with loved ones while hospitalized or in a nursing home. But, the Joint Commission recently endorsed a plan to address this issue.
Read moreUseful Kitchen Tracer Information
Last year TJC developed and shared a kitchen tracer tool with the industry. A recent EC News article describes issues explored in the kitchen during a survey. It’s an article you should read and use with your staff. Here’s why.
Read moreTJC 1135 Waiver Tracking Tool
The TJC developed additional resources that deserve your attention. They include the 1135 waiver tracking tool and COVID-19 Recovery Preparation Checklist. Here’s why both are valuable information sources.
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